Topic: Kenneth Bryan
Opposition says government needs concrete plan for ‘housing crisis’
Opposition leaders have raised concerns over how quickly new affordable homes are being provided for those who need them by the National Coalition for...
Al Ebanks’ sculpture ‘Shell’ installed in Central Scranton Park
A large sculpture by Caymanian artist Al Ebanks, who is known for his large abstract paintings and sculptures, has been installed in Central Scranton Park as part of the area's revitalisation project.
Parliament passes motion to ban face masks in public following robberies
Wearing face-coverings in public could become outlawed following a unanimous vote by MPs to consider legislation on the issue.
Multi-million-dollar Scranton park aims to breathe life into George Town
The soon-to-be-completed Central Scranton Park aims to breathe new life and a sense of community into George Town.
Tiered fee schedule planned for work permits
Government has announced details of proposed increases to work permit application fees amid delays to the rollout of new immigration legislation.
Letter: Bipartisan consultation on immigration law implementation
Deputy Leader of the Opposition Kenneth Bryan suggests bipartisan consultation on immigration law implementation and fiscal strategy.
Letter to the editor: Cayman’s slow moving government
Reader questions the logic of extending the runway into the North Sound when the fiscal and environmental costs cannot be justified.
Streamlined food purchasing plan for prisons to avoid safety risks
The prison service is to streamline the way it buys food for inmates to ensure it meets all the requirements of the Procurement Act without risking a disruption to prisoner’s meals.
PPM calls for the establishment of district councils
Deputy Opposition Leader Kenneth Bryan filed a motion in Parliament calling for the establishment of advisory district councils as soon as possible.
Armed robbery prompts calls for mask ban
The daylight armed robbery of a George Town jewellery store has prompted calls for a mask ban in public areas in the Cayman Islands.
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Opposition MPs raise concerns about impact of immigration bill
Opposition members and independent MPs raised concerns about “unintended consequences” of the reforms contained in the government’s Immigration Bill and warned that it could open the door to legal challenges as well as impacting Caymanian businesses.
Moonlighting MPs under spotlight at seminar
Many Cayman MPs need second jobs because of the country's high cost of living and need to keep up appearances, a former deputy premier has said
Anglin: ‘I would not have approved Cayman Brac high school design’
'Finance and Education Minister Rolston Anglin accused the previous government of being 'grandiose' with the design of the new Cayman Brac high school and said he would never have approved it if the decision had been up to him.
Commissioner: Public safe despite police staffing shortage
The public is no less safe as a result of low police staffing levels, according to Commissioner of Police Kurt Walton.
Government and opposition MPs clash over disappearing deficit
Government and opposition politicians clashed over government finances in the recent sitting of Parliament's Finance Committee as questions were raised about how a projected $60 million deficit could turn into a $10.3 million surplus forecast in just two months.
Hikes to immigration and stamp duty fees considered as new revenue measures
Higher immigration and stamp duty fees could be key ways of increasing revenues to strengthen Cayman's finances on top of measures already working their way through Parliament, the Public Accounts Committee was told.
Public Accounts Committee told there could be a budget surplus after all
Government's top financial advisor has told MPs that there is unlikely to be a $60 million deficit at the end of the year as previously predicted and that there could be a small surplus instead.
Sir Alden McLaughlin and Kenneth Bryan join real estate company
Sir Alden McLaughlin, who has previously served as a premier and speaker of Parliament, and Kenneth Bryan, the deputy opposition leader, have both joined real estate firm Century 21.
Parliament passes civil service term limits for non-Caymanians
Government and opposition members both clashed and cooperated in a fiery final day in Parliament on Friday before breaking for the summer recess.
Government knocks down motion to extend NiCE programme
A plan to extend the National Community Enhancement programme, known as NiCE, to run year round was defeated in Parliament.
Parties clash over finances on Parliament’s opening day
The nation’s finances were at the forefront of the first day of the new Parliament, with the government being questioned over whether the Cayman Islands is still likely to end up in the red at the end of the year.
Housing, cost of living top issues in George Town Central forum
All three candidates agreed that the high cost of living, housing and healthcare, better education, as well as the need to boost the economy while keeping immigration down to sustainable levels were major matters the next government would have to address.
Saint Lucia’s ex-PM says bad cruise deal won’t happen in Cayman
The 'yes' campaign in the cruise referendum received a boost this week from Allen Chastanet, former prime minister of Saint Lucia.
Bryan warns of risks if cruise berth rejected, as opponents critique absence of details
The deputy premier warned of the risks of not building a cruise berth at last week's RF Cayman Economic Outlook conference, while critics highlighted the absence of detail put forward in the referendum question.
O’Connor-Connolly returns to fold as PPM confirms Kenneth Bryan as deputy leader
Premier Juliana O’Connor-Connolly has parked plans to retire and will instead seek re-election on a PPM ticket, she confirmed via voice message at the party’s convention Saturday night.
First national ID cards to be rolled out from this week
The government plans to begin rolling out the National Identity Programme this week, after Cabinet approved the necessary regulations.
PPM leader Hew pushes ‘experience’ message as election line-up takes shape
People’s Progressives Movement leader Joey Hew believes the party has shored up an experienced line-up to contest the general election with the final pieces expected to fall into place in the coming days.
Deputy Premier Kenneth Bryan rejoins PPM after 10 year gap
Deputy Premier Kenneth Bryan has joined Joey Hew’s People’s Progressive Movement party ahead of April's general election.
New alliances and rivalries emerge amid departure of political heavyweights
With the departure of some of the faces that defined Cayman politics for the last two decades came clear signals of the shape of things to come.
Cruise referendum bill poised for approval in Parliament
Referendums on cruise shipping, gambling and cannabis look likely to take place on Election Day after opposition MPs indicated their support.
COVID hangover blamed for slow tourism growth
A hangover from Cayman’s long border closure during the pandemic and an active storm season have been blamed for weak tourism growth in 2024.
Tourism minister: ‘We dropped the ball on beach erosion’
Tourism Minister Kenneth Bryan has acknowledged government "dropped the ball" on beach erosion and insisted it is time to act to replenish the southern end of Seven Mile Beach.
Law change in memory of Shemaiah Grant means criminal drivers might be charged child...
Motorists who cause death by illegal driving could now be made to pay costs for the upbringing of the deceased person’s children.
Government to act faster on emergency homelessness following Compass report
Government has promised to improve emergency care for homeless people following a report by the Compass about a family with two young children who ended up sleeping on the beach while suitable accommodation could be found for them.
Stayover tourism numbers show recent decline
After a strong start to the high season, by May members started to report a slowdown in bookings for stayover visitors.
New Deputy Premier Bryan says ‘no cause for alarm’ in Chamber speech
New Deputy Premier Kenneth Bryan said that "the government remains stable and there is no cause for alarm" in his keynote speech at the Cayman Islands Chambers of Commerce Annual Parliamentary Luncheon on Thursday.
Minister suggests keeping casinos open as incentive for cruise ships to berth overnight
Minister of Tourism and Ports Kenneth Bryan is considering allowing cruise ships to keep their casinos open while moored in the Cayman Islands, if the public votes in favour of building a cruise berth in the upcoming referendum.
Minister slapped down over incitement to violence concern
A government minister was ordered to withdraw remarks that could be seen as an incitement to violence during a fiery debate over the future of a beach traditionally used by fishermen.
Parliament green lights cruise berthing referendum
Parliament has unanimously voted to go ahead with the cruise ship referendum, which will be held during the general election next year.
Lottery and ganja to get referendum at last
A three-pronged referendum to include votes on a national lottery and the decriminalisation of small amounts of ganja is to be held, several years after it was first proposed.
Cayman risks loss of cruise visits altogether, tourism minister warns
A long-term decline in the cruise ship industry in Cayman means that action will have to be taken before the sector "declines to nothing", Tourism Minister Kenneth Bryan warned at a press briefing Wednesday.
Bryan touts ‘simple’ cruise port referendum question
Tourism Minister Kenneth Bryan is holding firm on the decision to hold a referendum on cruise berthing facilities later this year, saying the question would be straightforward to prevent the issue becoming confused and risk being rejected by voters "for the wrong reasons".
Cruise and cargo port debates revive development questions
As Grand Cayman considers separate port projects - one for cargo and another for cruise tourism - stakeholders are weighing in.
Alternatives proposed to relocate George Town cargo port
After near 48 years in the heart of George Town, Cayman's cargo port could move to a new location, away from the waterfront.
Thoughts on proposed Cayman Brac developments
The Cayman Islands Tourism Minister, Kenneth Bryan, is positing the development of a new pier and inland marina which will cater to small-scale cruise...
New cruise pier proposal for Cayman Brac aims to attract ‘boutique’ ships
The concept of a cruise pier to develop Cayman Brac as a 'boutique destination' has drawn a mixed response with some hopeful of a business boom while others cautiously questioning, "How big is boutique?"
Bryan revives ‘go east’ theme to spread tourism impact
Cayman needs to look beyond Seven Mile Beach and Stingray City to create new experiences that can help spread the impacts and the benefits of rising visitor numbers, Tourism Minister Kenneth Bryan told business leaders Friday.
Minister calls for ‘national conversation’ on sex offender registry
It is time to seriously consider establish a sex offender registry in the Cayman Islands, according to Minister of Tourism Kenneth Bryan.
Bryan urges more investment in Caribbean region
Tourism Minister and Caribbean Tourism Organization Chairman Kenneth Bryan has issued a call for more investment in the Caribbean region, not only from foreign investors, but from those within the diaspora.
Minister demands ‘immigration reform’ from his own government
On a huge billboard at a busy junction on Crewe Road, Minister of Tourism Kenneth Bryan has demanded immediate immigration reform from his own government.
Regional competition is unnecessary, says tourism minister
There is enough of a tourist market share for all Caribbean nations to thrive, Cayman’s tourism minister Kenneth Bryan told a regional press conference this week.
Higher hotel rates boost government tourism revenue
The premium price tag for Cayman's hotel rooms has led to government revenues from tourism accommodation taxes and fees in the first six months of 2023 being $3 million higher than the amount projected for the entire year.
Cayman Airways to announce new route Monday
Cayman Airways is set to announce a new international route at a press briefing on Monday.
Premier promises ‘zero tolerance approach’ amid crime surge
Police and the government are taking a "zero-tolerance approach" to the recent surge in robberies and violent crimes, according to Premier Wanye Panton.
Demolition imminent at site of future Scranton park
A company will be chosen soon to demolish and remove the derelict building, basketball court and shed at the site of a new four-acre public park in the middle of George Town.
New airport for Little Cayman on hold
As government moves ahead with four airport-related projects on Grand Cayman and Cayman Brac, a recommendation to build a new airport and runway on Little Cayman has been put on hold.
Barbados PM urges tourism leaders to form regional operator
Barbados Prime Minister Mia Mottley has sounded the call for the formation of a regional tour operator as she urged tourism leaders to be shakers and not takers.
New Central Scranton Park design unveiled
A video featuring the design concept for a new four-acre public park in the middle of George Town has been released for public viewing.
Kenneth Bryan hosts half-term district meeting
A dazzlingly bright screen, audio that echoed across the waterfront, free popcorn, raffle prizes and even walk-on music – Kenneth Bryan’s district meeting was a political spectacle.
Community offered chance to question ministers
Government ministers will be updating the public about their portfolios at a meeting on the George Town waterfront on Thursday, 20 April.
Miss Cayman Islands Universe Committee takes over pageant franchise
The Miss Cayman Islands Universe franchise, which the Ministry of Tourism dropped last month, is being taken over by the committee that has organised the local pageant for more than two decades.
CTO leader bats for gender equality in Caribbean tourism
The chairman of the Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) Kenneth Bryan said the focus of International Women’s Day (IWD) this year reminded him of how much women have contributed to the success of the region’s most dynamic economic driver, tourism.
UN ambassador urges Caribbean to go green
United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change Global Ambassador Racquel Moses is calling for the region to look to decarbonization of transport as priority in the wake of COP27 and the need for initiatives to implement climate goals.
Resignation letter reveals Scott decision to leave Cayman Airways board
In a resignation letter, Jude Scott, who stepped down as chairman of Cayman Airways' board last week, cited several reasons for his decision, including delays in increasing staff salaries, the licensing of the Little Cayman airport, and a 'dual-destination policy' which he said Tourism Minister Kenneth Bryan had not discussed with him and the board.
Pirates Week expanding into three-month Pirates Fest
At a press conference held on Friday, 8 July – opened quite dramatically by two pirates swordfighting – Minister for Youth, Culture, Sports and...
Hurlston returns as port director
Paul Hurlston has returned to the helm of the Cayman Islands Port Authority as director.
Cabinet mulls lifting mask mandate, pre-arrival testing
Tourism Minister Kenneth Bryan has said changes to government's COVID-19 regulations are on the way and many in the community will be "happy" with what is to come.
Resh Hour: Bryan outlines cruise tourism plan
Tourism and Transport Minister Kenneth Bryan, on Wednesday's episode of The Resh Hour, discussed the return of stayover and cruise tourism, where he shared some of the protocols in place for the return of cruise ships on 21 March.
Government pays $5.6m for waterfront land for multi-purpose tourism attraction
Government has paid $5.6 million for almost two acres of land along the George Town waterfront for the creation of a new tourism attraction.
Jet Around Cayman back after 9-year absence
After a nine-year hiatus, Jet Around Cayman will be hitting the water again this Easter Monday.
Coffee chain perks up George Town
The revitalisation of George Town has received a burst of caffeinated energy after the opening of a new Starbucks in the town centre Tuesday.
Government greenlights first cruise ship in 20 months
Although not officially part of Phase 4 of government's border reopening plan, cruise line Holland America has been given the nod to call on Grand Cayman on 28 Dec., making it the first cruise to touch local shores in almost 20 months.
